A Message From Principal Wilson:
8th Grade Info Night
Benson’s 8th Grade Info Night was a huge success as we had over 400 individuals show up for Benson’s annual gathering of interested parents and students looking into what Benson has to offer in regards to a competitive high school education. During this time parents and students were able to see what Benson has to offer by being able to meet with the academic teachers and visit the various CTE shop classes in order to see what they look like along with being able to ask specific questions about programs being offered here at Benson.
Benson’s Parent Teacher Conferences: Scheduled for Monday Nov. 25th & Tuesday Nov. 26th
No School Scheduled for Nov. 27th-29th
Monday November 25th classes will be in session from 8:15am-11:10am (A-Day; Periods 1-3-5-7)
Lunch will go from 11:15am-12:00pm
Teacher Planning 12:00pm-12:45pm
Parent Teacher Conferences will follow and go from 1pm-3pm (afternoon session) & 5pm-8pm (evening session)
Tuesday November 26th classes will be in session from 8:15am-11:10am (B-Day; Periods 2-4-6-8)
Lunch will go from 11:15am-12:00pm
Teacher Planning will go from 12:00pm-12:45pm
Parent Teacher Conferences will follow and go from 1pm-3pm (afternoon session) & 5pm-8pm (evening session)
Conferences will be happening in the New Gym Area in an arena style format.
A message from Chrissy Schutzer (Volunteer Coordinator for the Benson PTSA):
Hello Benson Community, PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide a much deserved meal to the Benson Staff during their long days of Parent Teacher Conferences. If any of you could bring in a dish to share with them on Monday November 25th that would be great. Please let me know by email [email protected] or phone 503-997-3539 if you can help and what you would like to bring.
Many Thanks, Chrissy Schutzer (Benson Volunteer Coordinator)
A message from Amy Barras:
Chef’s Club is cancelled this week. Enjoy the holiday!
The hit T.V. show chopped is looking for teen chef’s! Apply by December 8th at http://www.choppedcasting.com/
Our annual health fair is scheduled for December 19th. Please email Amy at [email protected] if you would like to bring your class to the fair.
Our staff wellness challenge has begun! Keep moving and reminding your students to drink water. Thank you Amanda and Emily- our fabulous interns from OHSU for organizing this challenge just in time for the
holiday season!
Like us on Facebook: HealthCorps at Benson High School
HealthCorps healthy app for your smart phones is finally here! Download the app, Momentum Challenge and motivate yourself beyond the classroom! Our school code: BHS672
Amy’s Fun Fact: 850 peanuts are needed to make an 18 oz. jar of peanut butter.
A message from the PE/Health Department: (Linda McLellan and Katie Meyer)
The Health Fair is coming up. December 19th. Freshmen Fit2Live&Learn class will be hosting the 2013 Benson Health Fair. Parents are welcome.
10:30 am – 2:00 pm (with a break for lunch)
A message from the Benson Bookkeeper: (Debbie Corning)
Parents and students the deadline is quickly approaching. If you want to purchase a 2014 yearbook, the price is $50 until winter break and $60 after winter break. You can make a check out to Benson High School. I also take cash and money orders. Remember that our student store also has sweatshirts($30), t-shirts($10), scarves($20) and beanies($15). These items make great presents. Students may stop by my office before school, lunch time and after school. Parents may stop by anytime. My hours are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
A message from Miranda Ryan (College & Career Coordinator)
Coming to Benson:
Duck Express 11/26 @ 9:00 (Must sign up through Naviance)
Benson’s Financial Aid Night 12/3/13 @ 6:30 PM
Upcoming Career Days:
Mercy Corps Career Day 12/12
Scholarships:
FIRE Scholarship Due 11/25
Cricket Wireless Scholarship Due 11/30
SAT Prep Sessions:
SAT Prep Session for Juniors and Seniors is at 3:30pm on 12/6. (Please sign up through Naviance)
COLLEGE VISITS:
All visits will be held in the Counseling Center. You must sign up in the Counseling Center for these visits.
11/26 Duck Express (Sign up through Naviance) 9:00am
12/04 Western Oregon 9:00am
12/9 Oregon State 9:00am
12/16 Western Oregon (Sign up through Naviance) 9:00am
Instant Admit Days:
11/26 Univ of Oregon (Sign Up through Naviance) 9:00-11:00
12/5 Portland State 9:00am
Internships:
Apply for the Oregon Zoo ZAP (Zoo Animal Presenters) internship. This is a three year paid program for teens interested in working with children and learning about conservation education. Get your applications in the career center. Application deadline is January 22, 2014.
Here is a message from the School Nurse Cindy Schlatter:
Free Dental Care (first come, first served)
Monday & Tuesday November 25-26 2013 (6am-6pm with doors opening at 4:00am)
Hosted by the Oregon Dental Association
At the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.
Who can be seen for this service? Anyone (adults and children)
For more information click on ‘Oregon MOM’ at www.oregondental.org
Also from Nurse Cindy:
APPLY NOW to get Health Insurance starting January 1!
Cover Oregon knows many Oregonians have been waiting months, even years, for health insurance. We are encouraging all Oregonians to APPLY NOW if they want coverage to start January 1, 2014.
You can apply now in one of the following ways:
1. On your own. Visit CoverOregon.com to use the online application form. Submit it electronically, or print it out and mail or fax it to Cover Oregon. You can also call 1-855-CoverOR to request an application.
2. At an Application Fair near you. Register online today to attend a Cover Oregon Application Fair in Medford, Eugene, Bend, Portland or Salem from November 20 – 25.
3. Through a certified insurance agent or community partner, at no cost to you. Find a searchable list of partners in your area at CoverOregon.com.
If you have questions about how to apply, call 1-855-CoverOR (1-855-268-3767) or email [email protected].
Parents & Guardians please be sure to have a restful and enjoyable Thanksgiving Holiday with family and friends and if you’re planning on going out of town please be extra careful as you travel this holiday week.
Happy Thanksgiving
C. Wilson
Principal of Benson Polytechnic High School
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